Tag: Pennsylvania


  • Governor Shapiro Residence Fire: Man Sentenced to 25-50 Years

    Governor Shapiro Residence Fire: Man Sentenced to 25-50 Years

    Overview of the Case and Sentence The court has handed down a 25 to 50-year state prison sentence to Cody Balmer, 38, following a plea deal related to the fire at Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s official residence in Harrisburg. Balmer pleaded guilty to charges including attempted murder, aggravated arson, 22 counts of arson, burglary, and…

  • Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Fire: 25–50 Year Sentence

    Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Fire: 25–50 Year Sentence

    A High‑Profile Plea in a Disturbing Fire at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence The man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s residence in Harrisburg on the second day of Passover has received a lengthy prison sentence. Cody Balmer, 38, accepted a plea deal that nets him 25 to 50 years in state prison…

  • Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Arson Suspect Sentenced to 25-50 Years in Prison

    Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Arson Suspect Sentenced to 25-50 Years in Prison

    Long-awaited plea ends the case against arson suspect The man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s residence in Harrisburg was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in state prison as part of a plea agreement announced after a court hearing. Cody Balmer, 38, pleaded guilty to attempted murder, aggravated arson, 22 counts…